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The Urbino Cathedral dominates the city’s main square, with a striking Neoclassical façade designed by Giuseppe Valadier. Rebuilt in the late 18th century after an earthquake, it features a bright, harmonious interior and houses notable religious artworks.
Urbino Cathedral is a Catholic cathedral in the city of Urbino, Italy, dedicated to the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Since 1986 it has been the seat of the Archbishop of Urbino-Urbania-Sant'Angelo in Vado, and was previously the seat of the Archbishops of Urbino. The cathedral is part of the Historic Centre of Urbino, which was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1998 for its outstanding Renaissance architecture and historical significance.
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The Palazzo Ducale in Urbino is one of the finest Renaissance palaces in Italy, built in the 15th century for Federico da Montefeltro. Its harmonious design and elegant courtyards reflect humanist ideals, while inside it houses the Galleria Nazionale delle Marche, with masterpieces by artists such as Piero della Francesca and Raphael.